Discussion: 10 minutesAsk for examples of how Demetria and her group became activists to support the work of Black Lives Matter [discussed news, learned about relevant topics, and developed partnerships], and what they plan to do in the future [invite local activists to speak, host an assembly, teach workshops to teens, distribute information].

Ask the group to list the obstacles Demetria and her peers face as teen activists. [Keeping interest in the group alive, finding productive ways to channel anger and frustration, having suggestions be ignored, needing teachers as advisors, raising money, etc.]

Ask the group to brainstorm strategies and projects they would try if they were a part of the Black Lives Matter group at the writer’s school. As group members brainstorm ideas, you can jot them on the board.

Closing: 10 minutesAsk each teen to write down one issue or topic that gets them frustrated or angry, which they could work to change through activism. Then, have them write about the kind of change they would want to see and identify one strategy they could use to help make that change happen. Then invite anyone who wants to share to read their responses aloud.